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How to get rid of lockjaw?
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:16 am
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:16 am
Woke up this morning with lockjaw on my left side. Never had it once in my life. Can someone help me?
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Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:17 am to diddlydawg7
a doctor.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:18 am to diddlydawg7
I would seek medical attention.
How current are you on your tetanus shot?
How current are you on your tetanus shot?
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:19 am to diddlydawg7
Dentist may be of some help. After having my wisdom teeth removed I had it off and on for about a month. I could manually shift my jaw at certain points of opening and closing my jaw and it would release for a period of time. My dentist gave me something to wear while I sleep and it helped. Every blue moon I’ll wake up and have to shift it now.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:20 am to lsunurse
I think I got one a few years ago.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:20 am to diddlydawg7
From Google:
Tetanus, commonly called lockjaw, is a bacterial disease that affects the nervous system. It is contracted through a cut or wound that becomes contaminated with tetanus bacteria. The bacteria can get in through deep puncture wounds or cuts like those made by nails or knives, but even a scratch provides an entryway.
Tetanus bacteria are present worldwide and are commonly found in soil and most surfaces. The infection causes severe muscle spasms, leading to "locking" of the jaw, making it hard to open the mouth or swallow. In severe cases, tetanus infections may lead to death by suffocation.
Sounds like you need to see a Dr. for a Tetanus shot
Tetanus, commonly called lockjaw, is a bacterial disease that affects the nervous system. It is contracted through a cut or wound that becomes contaminated with tetanus bacteria. The bacteria can get in through deep puncture wounds or cuts like those made by nails or knives, but even a scratch provides an entryway.
Tetanus bacteria are present worldwide and are commonly found in soil and most surfaces. The infection causes severe muscle spasms, leading to "locking" of the jaw, making it hard to open the mouth or swallow. In severe cases, tetanus infections may lead to death by suffocation.
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How to get rid of lockjaw?
Sounds like you need to see a Dr. for a Tetanus shot
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:20 am to rmc
So I got my Wisdom Teeth removed in January. It’s not related right? 8 month later.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:22 am to diddlydawg7
Stop letting jizz dry up back there.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:22 am to diddlydawg7
That's good...you usually need a booster tetanus every 10 years.
Still, I would seek medical attention. There could be many different reasons why you have lockjaw.
Still, I would seek medical attention. There could be many different reasons why you have lockjaw.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:24 am to lsunurse
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Still, I would seek medical attention. There could be many different reasons why you have lockjaw.
I think when the OP is referring to "lockjaw," he's talking about some orthopedic problem with his jaw not working correctly on its hinge.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:25 am to lsunurse
Nurse, serious question.
What are shots everyone should stay current on? I read the whole hepatitis A thing and I just thought to myself if there are shots we should be aware of (in terms of when was the last time we took them, etc).
What are shots everyone should stay current on? I read the whole hepatitis A thing and I just thought to myself if there are shots we should be aware of (in terms of when was the last time we took them, etc).
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:29 am to chinhoyang
Correct. My mouth is not totally closed but I cannot Open it even halfway.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:30 am to diddlydawg7
Lockjaw can occur from stepping on a nail or some other kind of puncture/deep cut from metal if you’re not up to date on your tetanus. If this has occurred, you need to get to the ER immediately.
ETA i see this has been mentioned. I would still seek medical attention ASAP.
ETA i see this has been mentioned. I would still seek medical attention ASAP.
This post was edited on 8/3/19 at 9:31 am
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:31 am to cas4t
Yea don’t procrastinate here. Go to urgent care and get a tetanus shot ASAP.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:41 am to TDsngumbo
Yes, if this is as a tetanus issue it can be life threatening.
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:43 am to diddlydawg7
Get your boyfriend to punch you in the other jaw
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:44 am to diddlydawg7
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Correct. My mouth is not totally closed but I cannot Open it even halfway.
jiz jaw
Posted on 8/3/19 at 9:45 am to The Torch
Go to an Urgent Care immediately. Your pimp is losing money right now with you out of commission.
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